Appreciation of Postpartum Changes of the Rectus Muscles in Primary and Repeated Abdominoplasty

Conclusions: In addition to widening of the linea alba, pregnancy alters the shape of the rectus abdominis muscle. Correction of muscle width during abdominoplasty may be a necessary adjunct to achieve the proper tension in both primary and revision procedures. CLINICAL QUESTION/LEVEL OF EVIDENCE: Therapeutic, V.
Source: Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery - Category: Cosmetic Surgery Tags: Cosmetic: Original Articles Source Type: research